Everyone knows about the wonderful scheduled messages feature provided by the “Telegram” application, which the more popular “WhatsApp” application lacks. In this article, we will present to you a way to schedule a message on the “WhatsApp” application in simple steps, and in this explanation we will use the “Shortcuts” application.
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First, open the “Shortcuts” application and go to the Automation section.
Click + at the top, or New Automation in the middle of the screen if you haven't created one before.
On the next page, click on the Time of Day option, then choose the time and frequency (daily/weekly/monthly).
Then select Run Immediately to run directly, and do not activate the Notify When Run option.
Note:
If you need to schedule the message for one time, it is preferable to choose the weekly or monthly frequency, and we will find out why at the end of the article.
We will now click on the Next button from the top.
After we set the timing and frequency, and set the shortcut to run immediately without the need for user approval, we will customize the shortcut to send a WhatsApp message.
Click on New Blank Automation or New Blank Automation.
Then click on Add Action. Go to the Apps tab and choose “Whatsapp.”
You will now see a group of options related to the WhatsApp application, from which we will choose Send Message.
The app will now ask you for the text of the message and to select the recipient.
Select the recipient and write the text of the message, then press the Done button at the top.
You will now find the control present on the Automation page.
The message will be sent at the time we have specified, but on the condition that you are connected to the Internet at the time, unlike the “Telegram” application, which allows scheduling messages while you are online to send them even if you lose your Internet connection before the specified time.
Finally, do not forget to delete the shortcut after sending the message in case you need the message only once without repetition, as you must delete it before the repetition date that was specified in the first stage.
Article writer: Ibrahim Al-Masry
Peace be upon you✋🏻
I tried it
And it didn't work
A strange message appears stating that the recipient does not have I massage activated, even though the required action is to send WhatsApp.
What does the message have to do with this?
Thank you✔️
Welcome, Bo3thoom! 👋🏻😄
The message you see usually means that the person you're trying to send the message to doesn't have iMessage enabled. But in the context of WhatsApp, there may be an error in the application or in the settings. Or maybe you should make sure to choose “WhatsApp” while setting up the action in the Shortcuts app. 😅
Don't worry, try restarting your device, updating the apps and then try again. 🔄📱
If the problem persists, it doesn't hurt to visit an Apple Store or contact their customer service. 🍏💡
I wish you all the best! 🙌🏻😊
Can you explain in clear steps how to send photos to (broad cast lost) on WhatsApp in the same way as sending messages based on time?
Hello Abu Osama 😊, Unfortunately, WhatsApp does not support sending photos directly via the missing broadcast option. But you can use the “delayed sending” feature through the Shortcuts application as explained in the article, and you will need to manually attach the image when the alert arrives. I hope this feature will be included in the upcoming updates of WhatsApp 🙏🏻📱.
May Allah reward you
I searched for the method for a long time and here you are achieving what I want
Unfortunately, despite selecting run immediately, it still does not send until I confirm
If you leave the confirmation and his message disappears, he won't even repeat it
I don't know if there is a solution or not
You are welcome, Ahmed 😊, this problem may be caused by the latest iOS update. Try updating the “Shortcuts” app to the latest version. If there is no update available, you may have to wait until Apple fixes this issue in the next update. 🍏📱💡
The Telegram or Telegram application is full of features, as is the shortcuts application in iOS
Both require a series of posts and clips
Hello Phone Islam, can I create an automation to send a photo with a comment on it to a WhatsApp group or even to create a WhatsApp status? Is it possible using a shortcut application?
Hello Ali Fadel 🙌, Indeed, you can use the Shortcuts application to create an automation for sending a photo with a comment on WhatsApp. However, the photo must be saved in the album before automation. Do not forget that you must be connected to the Internet during operation 📲🌐.
Actually, I actually find the application a bit complicated
May God’s peace, mercy, and blessings be upon you. How can I use automation to clean the phone from water, dirt, and dust?
Hello Sultan Muhammad, 😊 May the peace, mercy, and blessings of God be upon you. To clean the phone from water, dirt, and dust, there is no “automation” option currently available in iOS. This requires human intervention. Use a soft, non-scratch cloth, moisten it with a little water (do not get it completely wet) and clean gently. Avoid using detergents or chemicals on your device. 📱💦🧹
The shortcuts app is excellent, but the complicated way it works makes me stay away from it. It's more like programming. I wish Apple would make the way it works easier than it already is
Hey Murtaza 🙋♂️, I know that applying shortcuts may seem complicated at first, but like an apple 🍏, it only takes one bite to enjoy its taste. In fact, it's a bit like programming, but it opens a wide door to endless possibilities! Let's take it step by step and we'll see how it gets easier. 😄👍
I agree with you that the application is somewhat complicated, but you will find this in many applications and programs.
You certainly wondered while using Photoshop or Office programs, why this complexity and there is no easier way to do something, and you find this complexity in programming as well.
I know my comment is long, but I will clarify something important
The truth is that this is not complexity in the true sense of the word, but rather it is an attempt by the developing company to include everything that users could ask for in the simplest possible way.
You may not agree with me, but you will change your mind after you reconsider that the options often have many uses, and certainly this is the developer company’s keenness to meet the needs of users with a smaller number of options. Wouldn’t this make things easier??
Use of AUTOMATION
in
1- Read the battery if it reaches a certain limit with and without charging
2- Read text (charging or not charging) when it is connected to the power source or not connected to the power source
Hello Von Islam 🍏, you can use the AUTOMATION to read the battery by creating a new shortcut and using the “Get Battery Level” action. As for reading text (charging or not charging), you can use the “Get Battery State” action. You'll see these options in the Shortcuts app. Great isn't it? 📱🔋😎
Use of AUTOMATION
In low power mode activation even when deactivated every time
Hello Phone Islam! 😊 You can use the “Automation” feature to activate low power mode automatically. You just have to set up the appropriate action within the app. But remember, you will need to reset the settings if you deactivate. 🍏🔋📲
Use of AUTOMATION
Notify me if I connect to a specific Wi-Fi network
Hello Phone Islam 🙋♂️, You can use the Automation feature in the Shortcuts application to notify you when you connect to a specific Wi-Fi network. You'll need to create a new automation based on the “Join Wi-Fi Network” event, then choose the name of the network you'd like it to notify you about. Good luck! 🍏👌
Use of AUTOMATION
In CARPLAY operation
When connected by wire because it is not wireless yet
Hello von Islam! 🍏 Unfortunately, automation cannot be used to turn on CarPlay when wired currently. We know this can be a bit annoying, but we're hoping Apple will provide a solution to this issue in the upcoming updates. 😅🔌🚗
Use of AUTOMATION
At the end of each working day
1- Open Wi-Fi, then wait five seconds
2- Open Bluetooth + five seconds
3-Run the navigation shortcut for home + five seconds
4- Play the Watch Later list on YouTube
5- Turn on the room air conditioner if you are in the summer
Use of AUTOMATION
In opening unread mail every action begins
Hello Von Islam 🙋🏻♂️, Automation can be used in the Shortcuts app to automatically open unread mail at the beginning of each day. You'll need to set up a shortcut that launches the Mail app and opens unread messages at a certain time. Add this task to Automation and you're good to go! 📬✨
The group must be saved in the phone book as a username and phone number
I do not mean this, but rather how to apply what is in the article to a WhatsApp group
Hello Phone Islam! 😃
To apply what is in the article to a WhatsApp group, follow these steps:
1. Open the “Shortcuts” application and go to the Automation section.
2. Press “+” to create a new Automation.
3. Choose “Time of Day” and set the time and frequency.
4. Select “Run Immediately” and do not activate the “Notify When Run” option.
5. Add a new Action and choose the “Whatsapp” application.
6. Choose “Send Message” and select the group as the recipient, then write the message you want to schedule.
Do not forget that your phone must be connected to the Internet at the time specified for sending the message, and remember that the shortcut must be deleted after sending the message if it will be used only once.
Thank you for your question, I always enjoy sparking optimism in the hearts of Apple users! 🍏
How do I send to a WhatsApp group using this shortcut?
Hello Phone Islam! 😊 To send a message to a group via shortcuts, when you select “Whatsapp” and then “Send Message”, select the group as the recipient instead of the person. Type the text of the message and adjust the timing and repetition as you wish. Remember that you must be connected to the Internet at the specified time to send. 📲🚀
May God’s peace, mercy, and blessings be upon you. I do not rely on applying shortcuts for many things, but I would like an overview of the benefits that applying shortcuts can provide me?
Hello Sultan Muhammad 🙋♂️, The Shortcuts application provides you with many benefits, as it enables you to organize and simplify routine tasks on your device. Instead of taking multiple steps to accomplish a particular task, the app can do it with one click! 🚀. As an example, in the attached article we explain how to use the application to schedule messages in the WhatsApp application. 😃